Mandi Spice Mix

Mandi Spice Mix is a traditional Arabic spice blend used to prepare Chicken Mandi, Lamb Mandi, and Beef Mandi, a slow-cooked rice and meat dish originating from Yemen and widely popular across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Oman.

Our restaurant-grade Mandi Spice Mix is developed specifically for:

• Arabic & Middle Eastern restaurants
• Hotels & resorts
• Cloud kitchens
• Event caterers
• Industrial kitchens & airline catering

It delivers consistent aroma, balanced heat, and authentic Gulf flavor, even at large batch volumes.

Key Flavor Profile

• 🌾 Warm & aromatic (not spicy)
• 🌿 Earthy, woody, and slightly smoky
• 🧄 Mild garlicky undertone
• 🌶️ Very low chili heat (family-friendly)

This makes it ideal for mass service cooking, where flavor consistency matters more than heat.

Ingredients (Typical Mandi Spice Mix)

• Coriander seeds
• Cumin seeds
• Black pepper
• Green cardamom
• Cinnamon bark
• Cloves
• Bay leaf
• Dried lime (loomi)
• Nutmeg (very mild)
• Ginger powder
• Garlic powder

✅ No artificial colors
✅ No MSG (optional on request)
✅ Low sodium – chef adjustable

How Mandi Spice Mix Is Used in HORECA Kitchens

1️⃣ Chicken Mandi

Whole chicken or large cuts

Dry rub + stock infusion

Oven / tandoor / closed-pot cooking

2️⃣ Lamb or Beef Mandi

Bone-in cuts preferred

Slow cooking for aroma absorption

Ideal for hotel banquets

3️⃣ Mandi Rice Base

Used in stock for rice cooking

Enhances aroma without overpowering meat

Why Our Mandi Spice Mix Works for HORECA

Feature Benefit

• Low heat profile Appeals to wide customer base
• Stable aroma Consistent taste in bulk batches
• Fine grind Easy blending into stock & marinades
• Long shelf life Ideal for storage in Bangladesh climate
• Customizable Salt & spice levels adjustable

Packaging Options (HORECA)

500g – Trial kitchens

1kg – Small restaurants

5kg – Hotels & caterers

10kg–25kg – Industrial / chain supply

Storage Guidelines (Bangladesh Climate – HORECA Safe)

Store below 25°C

Keep away from humidity & sunlight

Use airtight containers after opening

Shelf life: 12–18 months

Mandi Spice Mix is Ideal For These Businesses

Arabic & Middle Eastern Restaurants

Saudi / Yemeni Cuisine Outlets

3–5 Star Hotels

Wedding & Event Caterers

Airline & Institutional Kitchens

FAQ

Q1: Is Mandi Spice Mix spicy?

No. It is aromatic, not hot, suitable for all age groups.

Q2: Can this be used for both chicken and lamb mandi?

Yes. The blend is balanced for all proteins.

Q3: Is this Yemeni-style authentic mandi?

Yes. The flavor profile follows traditional Yemeni mandi, not Indian or Pakistani pulao spices.

Q4: Does it contain MSG?

No by default, it is MSG-free.

Q5: What is the difference between Mandi and Kabsa spice?

Mandi is milder and wood-smoked in flavor, while Kabsa is tomato-forward and spicier.

Q6: Do you supply Zaatar along with Mandi spices?

Yes. Palestinian, Baladi, Lebanese, and custom Zaatar mixes are available.